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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1906
Page
3
The Waterloo post office reports a banner year with postal receipts of $89,204.89, up $6,568.00 from 1904. The seven year trend shows steady growth in stamps and rent revenue, with quarterly figures largely unchanged and strong outlook for further increases in 1906. The table lists yearly receipts from 1898 to 1908, highlighting notable gains and consistent upward movement.
A pressure party aboard a sleigh run by a team owned by D. P. Falls and driven by Gordon Ailes suffered a mishap Thursday night near the M. Ricker residence. The team balked on Franklin Street after snow balls were tossed by boys, the sleigh struck a telephone pole, capsized, injuring Mra. L. Jackson and others. One horse was hurt but not seriously.
Emma Carr shows signs of recovery from two bullet wounds suffered in the Hotel Mealey incident last week. The coroner’s jury recommended she be held for shooting her husband, pending preliminary examination before a justice of the peace and possible grand jury action.
Bronx report details D E Douglas of this county gaining 40000 dollars of property in Los Angeles after proving Mrs. Douglas remained legally his wife due to no divorce. Fourteen years earlier Mrs. Douglas fled with G B Porter. Porter prospered and used the property in Mrs. Douglas' name while judgments hung over him. Mrs. Douglas died four months ago, prompting Douglas to seek possession in California courts and secure the primary title.
In Des Moines six youngsters were severely injured in a high speed bob sled collision on a hill. Terese Griffin eight may die from leg injuries. Earl King suffered flesh torn calf and ankle injuries. Others named are Dale Hyland Mamie Hyland Will McGrain and Homer Benacoter. Mr and Mrs Ray Nation of Rockwell City await news in Waterloo.
Report by J B Kascht G F Johnson and Bill Newton supervisory committee nearly finishes audit of county offices. Recorders office shows 32 986 40 in fees for the year with 1 480 46 county profit above salary. Clerk of court reports 809 above expenses. Quarterly totals listed.
Snow has fallen gradually but spared arrivals of quila and freighting teams. Settlers adapt with sod and plastered houses. stock feed from crops suffices while corn and potatoes are sold. Merchants report solid holiday trade and rising business in the northwest. Lumber yards expand with Murphy stock and new bank opening planned under C F Brown.
The Union Chapel held its annual business meeting on Wednesday evening at the Jefferson street chapel. Officers for the coming year were elected and department reports were reviewed. Elected: President Rev. C. H. Sencampe, Vice President R. B. McKean, Secretary P. T. Afuaser, Treasurer O. W. Call. Trustees Z. Nike, Mr. Cassady, Z. Duke. Finance committee Z. Duke, R. B. Newell, PLT. Musser. Sunday School committee Lucy Leavitt, Mrs. M. Burke, Jrs. Huffnagle. Entertainment committee Mrs. C. W. Wetlaufer, Mrs. M. Burke, Mrs. R. McKean. Religious committee C. H. Sea Comb, S. B. Bigkley, Mrs. Huffnagle, Z. Duke. Omitting committee Mrs. P. Musser, Hugh McKean. A vote of thanks was given to the ladies of the aid society for past year’s chapel support.
Frances Viola Picken and Geo M Willard were married last evening at the Grays home on Irving Street by Rev H G Beeman. The bride, daughter of Mrs Clarisaa Picken of 1003 Sycamore Street, has lived in the city most of her life. The groom is a senior member of Willard Brothers, restaurateurs at 119 East First Street. They will reside on Irving Street.
A free for all broke out at a north end dance Thursday night involving three or four women and several men who tried to intervene. They were summoned before the mayor this morning to explain their conduct. One girl incurred charges of 85 cents and another 8 dollars 95 cents to tell the tale.
Taige Platt issues an order requiring a woman near Cedar Fulle to send her two boys aged 10 and 12 to school in compliance with compulsory education provisions. No other notices of similar nature will be issued.
Waterloo city electrician James Herkes explains the wiring inspection ordinance, urges compliance for safety and tax relief, and outlines Fire Underwriters rules on insulation and dielectric tests. He notes fees support inspection work and reduce local taxes while stressing proper materials and skilled labor for reliable electrical systems.
The city ordinance requires all contractors and others doing electrical work to obtain a permit from the city electrician. Applicants must state where wiring will occur, the building, purpose, and power used. The electrician issues a permit and keeps a record. an inspection certificate follows if the work is satisfactory.
New Hartford IA Jan 12 Special Mrs John Paulger longtime resident died Thursday at her home after a short illness She was about 74 and survived by five children three sons and two daughters Funeral will be Friday with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery at this place Her husband a grain buyer died eight years ago The sons are FE W Paulger J H Paulger and Frank Paulger The daughters were married to GC Linn and Lee Canfield The granddaughter Miss Maude Edwards also lived with the family
Probate and chancery cases occupy court as juries prepare to hear trials next week. Divorces granted include Fannie A. Hileman from Thomas B. Hileman with alimony, Ethel J. Williams from Charles H. Harris with maiden-name restoration, Helen M. Piffer from Bert E. Potter, Mary G. Cook from Albert B. Cook by default, and Lars Marsden from Emma Marsden. Several cases involve defaults, attachments, and awards with interest. A liveryman’s loss incident occurred, and a transportation talk notes limited colored dining options, while Dr. A. C. Kelly relocated practice space.
Mrs Martha Ball longtime Waterloo resident aged 63 7 months widow of Dr J M Ball died Thursday night at the Ball homestead from stroke paralysis following prior paralysis She had lived in Waterloo 34 years born July 13 1842 in Pennsylvania Survived by sons Dr James M Ball St Louis Frank Ball Waterloo Melvin G Ball Waterloo and Gtho F Ball St Louis a brother Hon John F Glover Sibley Iowa funeral Saturday 2 pm from Frank E Ball 217 Leland Ave Rev See cambe officiating Elmwood Cemetery ann.
The Blackhawk County Medical Society held its annual meeting at the Irving house pattern week and elected officers for the year: President Dr T A McManus Vice President Dr R A Dunkelberg Secretary Dr W H Bickley Treasurer Dr J R Nestor. Dr Nestor presented a paper on Physical Diagnosis in Chest Diseases and a lively discussion followed. Attendance was the largest in society history.
Readable excerpts report numerous children harmed by cough syrups containing opiates. Promoted remedy July’s Honey and Tar claimed safe, free of opiates, and widely advertised as a dependable treatment for coughs, croup, and chest ailments. Local distributors Bliner, Wangler Bros., and Todd referenced.
A Waterloo incident shows a cutter and robe mistaken as stolen. BE F Murphy lent a cutter to a young lady clerk who then borrowed it from the wrong barn by mistake, returning it after a playful mix up. Despite police descriptions, no arrest followed. The woman rode about the city openly on the evenings in question.
A Tuesday evening gathering at Mr. and Mrs. Louis Littlefield’s Rock Island home ends with a mysterious guest presenting a silver mounted buckhorn toilet set. The cheerful party, including numerous couples and friends, expresses deep gratitude for the thoughtful surprise.
Grace M. E church Sunday school elected officers at a meeting. Superintendent S. M. Bentley. First assistant Miss Minnick. Second assistant Miss Rebekah Baker. Superintendent senior department Mrs. J. A. Wheeler. Superintendent junior department Mrs. C. BR. Rohde. Chorister O. KK. Warne. Assistant chorister WW. Wyant. Secretary W. Sanford. Treasurer George Huntley. Organist Miss Edith Wyant.
Announcements report the Sixth District convention to be at OcIwein January 16 and the Fourth District convention at Mason City January 17. Grand Chancellor J W Hunter of Newton will attend both, with stops in Waterloo. Also noted is George W Hallock of the Hawkeya f1nd to attend a local Knights meeting. A Pittsburgh market innovation features Golden Brittle corn shaped candy for sale on trains and at fairs, produced to attract dealers.
An ad extols Foley's Honey and Tar as a preventive for pneumonia and la grippe, claiming life saving potential and urging timely treatment. The piece also lists seven unusual congress members described by profession, including a whaler, grocer, clergyman, prince, stonecutter, ship master, and a college professor.
Roy Kemp of Angola Indiana writes that after four weeks bedridden with la grippe and trying many remedies he found relief with Foley’s Honey and Tar. He reports two doses cured him and he now uses it for his family. The letter endorses the product as a household favorite for throat and lung troubles. Courtly Drug Co. and Wangler Bros. & Todd advertise.
A First Baptist Church annual meeting elected trustees and filled offices as reports from departments were presented. G H Hansen Engineer L B W RR, now in Tama, Ohio, recovers from threatened kidney condition after using Foley's Kidney Care, with endorsing remarks from local merchants.
A Marison street residence owned by J H Stewart and occupied by Frank Bogxerdus was nearly destroyed by fire on Thursday night. The first blaze likely started from a defective chimney and a second blaze, possibly incendiary, followed. Neighbors saved household goods. building insured for about $500 to $900, with roof damaged and extensive damage overall. Firefighters, including Chief Dunham and Captain Durfer, inspected the structure, then returned as flames rekindled. Fire at box 41 4 and later box 36 stretched the department until 2:20 this morning.
Waterloo friends of Miss Ethel J Goodwin and John Henry Hurd learned their marriage was sermonized at Galena on the 29th of last September. Justice Joseph H Barry officiated. The couple, after the ceremony, resided in War Sterleo and later here. A misunderstanding with J F Klingaman caused a prior report to misstate Linn county. Mrs Hurd clarified the facts to Justice A B Switzer. the Galena clerk of court issued the official marriage certificate with witnesses listed.
A young girl, recently employed as a domestic in Waterloo, fell with a young man and became pregnant. Cast out by her parents after visitors learned of her plight, she hid in a vacant house where a baby was born about two weeks ago. Neighbors learned of her destitution and provided small aid as authorities consider care options.
Forty friends gathered Wednesday at Mrs. A C Wilson’s home 14% Liberty street for a wedding shower for Miss Julia Reardon who will wed Gustave Bernard of Waterloo Iowa next Wednesday. Guests brought fine gifts in china and wares. Progressive euchre with prizes went to Miss Isadore Alles first and to Mrs. J H Rau, Miss Elizabeth Matthews and Mrs. Charles Sherman for high points. Refreshments were served.
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